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I have gone from 3 to 42 Heckerts in 24 hours. Years ago I took pictures of the different patterns on their surfaces Here is a study of the reds.
Pic. 1: Most people do not realize that what looks silve or gold is actually amber glass applied to a clear background with cranberry spotting.
Pic. 2 Against the light, it will turn bright silver, thus the name.
Pic. 3. However, the amber glass may be applied as a raised surface.
Pic. 4: another closeup, showing the amber on red.
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